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So, here we are, home sweet home. I thought I would reflect on a few things I may not have included earlier and provide some tips on what I would do better next time.

First, I have to say that it was a pleasure to go on this trip and a privilege to meet the folks we did on this trip. Arnold, our chief guide, has got to be the most laid back guy I have ever met. Nothing seemed to bother him even when things didn't go as planned. Arnold is so laid back, we ...

... dinner - a celebration of Nick's birthday tonight. We all had a glass of champagne and all the waiters joined us in singing happy birthday.

After dinner,mAlex and I watched the comedy show while the other kids ran off to play with friends. The adults later met for a celebration drink at the Cadillac Lounge and it provided another opportunity for us all to just hang out as friends rather than harried ...

... and low and be hold, I found her trying to blend in with a bunch of seniors on a day out from the home. (she did not appear to be all that happy to be found) (I'm blaming this all on a lack of sleep). We met another couple from Vadnais Heights Minnesota, after chatting we found out Tom graduated from Coon Rapids High School, same school as I did. He graduated in 1973 and I graduated in 1993 (or close to it). Small world. It took about ...

... 750cc. I'm not a small guy so a bike with 1300cc was definitely the way to go! Unfortunately, the day before I left, I lost a side cover so I had to order cheaper chrome ones because it was way cheaper to replace both with chrome covers then try to replace the one maroon one! Last picture of this blog! Drum roll please..........the grand total miles covered on this ride is 5837 miles ...

... I had the Chef's Choice Seafood with a half Zucchini on the side with Clam Chowder, Rice Pilaf and Pumpkin Pie and Coffee for dessert. Absolutely delectable! Now I'm really full, but it was totally worth it. I may or not go to the dining room for breakfast in the morning, the choices in the cafeteria leave a lot to be ...